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Ahealthy gut microbiomeis important for overall health. How Probiotics Affect Body Weight Taking probioticscan temporarily change the makeup of the microbiome. The strain and dosage of the probiotic may influence the effects. Kate Wieser / Getty Images Various strains of probiotics are available as supplements. Not all have been studied for their impact on body weight. It is an ongoing process that ensures all body systems work, even during sleep....

There is no way to prevent PsA. There is also no way to know which people with psoriasis will go on to develop PsA. Kobus Louw / Getty Images Can You Prevent PsA? Kobus Louw / Getty Images PsA is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system malfunctions and attacks healthy tissues. The immune systems attacks in PsA focus on the joints, entheses, and skin cells. Experts do not know of any ways to prevent PsA....

Heres what you’re gonna wanna know. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing is the gold standard for diagnosing COVID-19. Which Factors Impact Test Accuracy? Images By Tang Ming Tung / Getty Images Can Rapid Tests Go Bad? Its necessary to store test kits based on the temperature and storage recommendations indicated by the manufacturer. Expired tests may not provide accurate results either. you could tell if a rapid test is expired by checking the box for the expiration date....

However, an RSV rash is rare. ArtMarie / Getty Images Link Between RSV and Rash RSV is primarily a respiratory virus. Rashes in these diseases have a unique appearance that allows a healthcare provider to make a diagnosis. ArtMarie / Getty Images When Do Symptoms Warrant Hospitalization? An RSV rash is not dangerous in and of itself, but the accompanying RSV symptoms may be serious. If the rash is severe, your healthcare provider may provide a topical steroid cream....

In doing so, it exposes more of the roots of the tooth it surrounds. While gingival recession can’t be cured, it can be treated. In extreme cases, asoft-tissue graftcan cover a portion of the exposed tooth root. MoMo Productions / Getty Images Mild cases can be managed with proper brushing techniques and proper oral hygiene. Treatments such asorthodontics,antibiotics, and deep cleaning may help prevent further damage in mild to moderate cases....

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certifies Red Dye 40 as a safe food additive. Also Known As Some people have adverse reactions to food additives like Red Dye 40. They may experience side effects if they consume amounts usually considered safe. bhofack2 / Getty Images For example, about 4% of people with food allergies are allergic to food dye as well. That said, there has not been a lot of research on the subject....

This activity may also be called comfort buying, stress shopping, or compensative buying. Retail therapy doesn’t have to be a guilty pleasure, though. It can be a relaxing, empowering experience on occasion. Oscar Wong / Getty Images But it is also important to understand how this happy habit can become problematic. It is a way to ease distress or enjoy doing and having something different. Shopping addiction makes you want to keep buying things, even if you know you shouldnt....

Retinol is a natural vitamin A derivative available in many forms, including lotions, creams, and serums. Retinol belongs to a group of drugs called retinoids. SeventyFour / Getty Images What Is Retinol? SeventyFour / Getty Images Retinolis a natural form ofvitamin A. There are two sources of vitamin A: carotenoids and retinoids. Carotenoids, such asbeta-carotene, come from plants. Retinoids, which include retinol, come from animal sources. Natural retinoids are fat-soluble and easily absorbed, which has a positive effect on the skin....

Shoulder painis one of the most common pain complaints among all people. It affects up to 26% of adults at any given time as a result of many different conditions. Shoulder pain is not a common symptom of breast cancer. Tinatin1 / Getty Images When it occurs, shoulder pain can be a symptom ofmetastasis. This pops up if the breast cancer cells spread from your breast to another site in your body....

This occurs because it lacks melanin, the pigment that gives most melanomas their dark appearance. How Is Amelanotic Melanoma Spotted? Amelanotic melanoma tends to prompt a medical exam once it becomes symptomatic, Choi said. Photo Illustration by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health; Getty Images. Amelanotic melanomas can occur anywhere on the body. The Ugly Duckling Sign The Ugly Duckling sign is another early recognition strategy aside from the ABCDEs. The treatment of amelanotic melanoma is similar to that of pigmented melanoma....

Jodi Jacobson/Getty Images What Are Skin Tags? Severalskin changes can appear with diabetes. Signs of Diabetes on the Skin Diabetes has been linked to a number of skin issues. Jodi Jacobson/Getty Images Below is a list of the most common skin conditions and their prevalence in people with diabetes. Special precautions may be required if the skin tag is particularly large or in a difficult-to-treat location. If you have skin tagsespecially many of themtalk to your healthcare provider about screening you for conditions like diabetes....

Anxiety can sometimes makesleepapneaworseand vice versa. Sleep apnea is a common medical condition that causes your breathing to stop intermittently during sleep. An estimated 38,000 people die each year from heart disease complicated by sleep apnea. tommaso79 / Getty Images tommaso79 / Getty Images What Is Anxiety? Anxiety is an emotion characterized by worrying thoughts and tension. It can also involve physical changes, such as an increased heart rate or high blood pressure....

Numerous studies have linked healthy sleep to healthy sex. Sleep disorders are a leading cause of sexual problems. Sleep apnea causes you to stop breathing when you are sleeping. Somsak Bumroongwong / EyeEm / Getty Images Testosterone production rises when you fall asleep and peaks duringrapid eye movement (REM) sleep. What Is Sleep Hygiene? Sleep hygiene is a general term used to refer to all the elements that can promote a healthy rest....